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How Popular Science covered ‘2001: A Space Odyssey’ in 1968
Science Fiction

How Popular Science covered ‘2001: A Space Odyssey’ in 1968

"But by the time 2001 A.D. rolls around, things may be more fantastic than the picture shows."

uranus
NASA

Expect NASA to probe Uranus within the next 10 years

Experts are optimistic about a mission to the ice giant, based on the conclusions of an influential report.

Google is making it easier to scrub your personal info from search results
Tech Hacks

Google is making it easier to scrub your personal info from search results

You can ask the search giant to remove links to sites that reveal your personal information, such as a phone number or address.

an asian woman on a run outside
Fitness & Exercise

Humans naturally fall into energy-efficient speeds when they run

"We have a hard time overriding that desire to use as little energy as possible in any given task."

Some playing cards in a wooden drawer in a workshop, with the joker in the foreground.
Projects

The surprising woodworking tools you already have around the house

Little ways to make your woodworking life easier.

What we know about the ‘Phoenix Ghost’ drones going to Ukraine
Drones

What we know about the ‘Phoenix Ghost’ drones going to Ukraine

The new weapon system is said to be like the Switchblade drones. Here's how that kind of military UAV functions.

A phone with an audiobook on its screen, sitting on top of an e-reader and an actual book, with some earbuds on top of the phone.
Tech Hacks

7 nifty Audible tips for your audiobook needs

Level up your audiobook listening in no time at all.

A photo of the Air Force fighting wildfires.
Air Force

Why fighting wildfires is so dangerous for Air Force pilots

Every mission is different, and they're only getting more dangerous due to climate change.

Outdoor watering must be limited in Southern California during a severe drought.
Climate Change

New water restrictions in California show just how bad the Western drought is

By limiting outdoor watering, SoCal water officials hope to avoid future water shortages.

A cracked-open coconut on a light pink background with the white outline of a palm leaf underneath.
Projects

The planet needs its peat moss. Use these gardening alternatives instead.

Local compost is less sexy, but it's better for the planet.

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Social Media

Everything you need to know about the battle between US tech and EU laws

The European Parliament recently approved the Digital Services Act and the Digital Markets Act. Here's how that could affect big tech.

A pill bottle on a blue background spilling aspirin tabs.
Heart Disease

Millions of Americans take aspirin to prevent heart disease—but should they?

Aspirin should no longer be a go-to heart health tool, US health advisors say.

This one-way superconductor could be a step toward eternal electricity
Physics

This one-way superconductor could be a step toward eternal electricity

The material used in this first-of-a-kind superconductor could make data servers more energy-efficient.

person repairing inside of smartphone
Technology

The Apple self-service repair shop just opened for business

Apple is now offering how-to guides, parts, and tools to make certain iPhone repairs more accessible.

Train on tracks at small station.
Climate Change

A guide to riding public transit more, anywhere in the country

A guide to using your car just a little bit less.

a person sneezing
COVID-19

CDC estimates 58 percent of Americans have been infected with COVID so far

If you haven't gotten COVID yet, you're in the minority in the US.

Two Windows laptops on a long wooden table, facing opposite directions. You can see the screen of one, but not the other.
Tech Hacks

Make your life easier by syncing up all your Windows 11 devices

Get your PCs to talk to each other.

Purple lupine native wildflowers at Steptoe Butte State Park in Washington
Climate Change

The future of American conservation lies in restoration, not just protection

Two new federal funds could share billions of dollars with local wildlife agencies to help save biodiversity.

A photo of perch on a fish smoker being smoked.
Fish

Everything you need to smoke fish

From cold smoking to hot smoking, dry brine to wet brine—learn the basics of smoking whole fish and fish fillets.

Ford is charging ahead with production of its electric F-150 Lightning
Electric Vehicles

Ford is charging ahead with production of its electric F-150 Lightning

Here's what to know about the new pickup truck and the company's EV goals, by the numbers.